Democracy Spring Protests Bring Record Number of Arrests

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Thousands of people are participating this week in Democracy Spring, a march and sit-in to protest money in politics. So far they have had so many arrests outside Capitol Hill that the police are “running out of room.”

 

 

According to the Democracy Spring website, the protest started with a 140-mile march from the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia to Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. to “demand Congress take immediate action to end the corruption of big money in our politics and ensure free and fair elections in which every American has an equal voice. Sit-ins are scheduled throughout this entire week. Thousands of people have pledged to march. http://www.democracyspring.org/

Approximately 300-500 protesters have already been arrested and today is only the first scheduled day of sit-ins.

 

 

Protestors continue to remain positive and overall the protests have been very peaceful.

 

 

Several well-known people have endorsed or shown up to the event, including Cenk Uygur, hose of The Young Turks, and actor Mark Ruffalo.

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Alexandra Jacobo
Alexandra Jacobo is a dedicated progressive writer, activist, and mother with a deep-rooted passion for social justice and political engagement. Her journey into political activism began in 2011 at Zuccotti Park, where she supported the Occupy movement by distributing blankets to occupiers, marking the start of her earnest commitment to progressive causes. Driven by a desire to educate and inspire, Alexandra focuses her writing on a range of progressive issues, aiming to foster positive change both domestically and internationally. Her work is characterized by a strong commitment to community empowerment and a belief in the power of informed public action. As a mother, Alexandra brings a unique and personal perspective to her activism, understanding the importance of shaping a better world for future generations. Her writing not only highlights the challenges we face but also champions the potential for collective action to create a more equitable and sustainable world.

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